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  • [ September 4, 2026 ] Indian Cave Hill to Close Temporarily Wednesday WJRS News
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Russell County teen dead following Adair County wreck

June 5, 2026 Zac Oakes
A local teenager died as the result of a two-vehicle collision in Adair County Friday morning. WJRS News is told the victim is 17-year-old Natalie Wilson of Russell County. Kentucky State Police say it happened […]
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Ballot positions drawn for November general election

June 5, 2026 Zac Oakes
Yesterday was the public drawing for ballot positions for the November General Election. In Jamestown, the candidates for Mayor will appear in the following order: Dwight Richards Barry Coffey Brian Young For Jamestown City Council, […]
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Maynard takes the stand in final day of testimony in murder trial

June 5, 2026 Zac Oakes
Lee Maynard took the stand and was questioned yesterday as part of the ongoing murder trial in which Lee Maynard is accused of murder in the shooting death of his half-brother, Charles Maynard. Lee was […]
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Three people arrested following demolition derby incident

June 5, 2026 Zac Oakes
Three people were arrested by Russell Springs Police last night following an incident during the demolition derby at the Russell County Fair. 29-year-old James Michael Elmore was arrested and charged with assault second degree. 34-year-old […]
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Day 2 of Maynard murder trail brings marathon of witness testimony

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
Day two of the murder trial of a Jamestown man accused of fatally shooting his half-brother during an altercation at a residence on Fox Lane over three years ago got underway yesterday. Yesterday’s proceedings in […]
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Jamestown to hold first marketplace of the season on Saturday

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
The City of Jamestown will hold its first marketplace of the season on Saturday. Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton shared some information with WJRS News about the marketplace, including its new location. For more information, contact […]
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Questions remain regarding school board seat

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
Yesterday on local news, we reported on the ongoing situation involving the District 2 board of education seat. Board member Eric Selby opted not to seek re-election to the seat and only one candidate filed […]
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Russell Springs man arrested last night

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested last night by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. 50-year-old William W. Chumbley was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, operating on a suspended or revoked license, failure to […]
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LCDHD Restaurant and Retail inspections

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
We have the latest retail and restaurant inspections report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. Timber Pointe Tavern – 100 percent – OK to open Jamestown Elementary School – 100 percent Dollar General on […]
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Thursday events at the Russell County Jaycees Fair

June 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
The demolition derby will be the featured entertainment tonight at the  Russell County Jaycees Fair. The demolition derby gets underway at 7:00 this evening on the main track. The carnival and the Farm at the […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

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